How to Dehydrate Star Fruit

Dehydrated star fruit should be among your pantry collection of healthy dried fruits. This low-calorie fruit is a good source of fiber, protein, vitamins, and nutrients. Star fruit is the fruit of the Averrhoa carambola tree. Therefore, a package labeled as dried carambola is the same product as dried star fruit. Star fruit has a short growing season. Drying ripe star fruit is an ideal way to preserve it so that you have it available throughout the year.

Oven Drying

The process of preparing star dry fruit in the oven is basically the same process as is used for other fruits. You should use ripe, but not overly ripe fruit. The slices should be the same thickness. Uniformity is crucial to all the slices drying properly in the same amount of time. Place the slices of fruit on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put the pan of fruit on the middle rack of an oven set at 200 degrees. Drying time can take between 3 to 6 hours, depending on how watery the fruit is. Be sure to stir the fruit and check for dryness about every 30 minutes. When the fruit is dry, allow it to cool completely before storing it in airtight containers.

Dehydrated Star Fruit

Dried carambola is easy to prepare in a dehydrator. The fruit should be cut into 1/4 or 1/8 inch slices, spread onto a dehydrator tray, lightly sprayed with lemon juice, and dehydrated at 125 degrees for 10 hours. If the fruit feels sticky, dry it longer. Properly dehydrated star fruit will feel dry.

Uses for Dried Carambola

Once you have a supply of star dry fruit in your pantry, you can explore the many ways to add this fruit to your health-conscious diet. The simplest way to enjoy dried star fruit is to eat it when you crave something sweet. It’s a healthy alternative to empty-calorie sweet treats without nutritional benefits. It’s a fantastic on-the-go snack. The exotic, tropical flavor of dry star fruit is a wonderful way to create a unique trail mix. This dried fruit can be rehydrated and used to make jams or relish. Starfruit chips are a great snack and delicious addition to a party tray.